Editor's note: Eatocracy Editor Kat Kinsman is the vice chair of the James Beard Journalism Committee, the group that oversees the journalism category's awards. These awards are entirely separate from the restaurant awards. An independent accounting firm oversees the process.

I just have to say it is only a matter of time before Gerard Craft gets some wins! He is INCREDIBLE.... absolutely incredible dishes and combinations coming from him. So glad to live near his restaurants!